"`` Stephanie Samuels, Regional Sales Director at MongoDB, shares her inspiring story of overcoming financial challenges to pursue a degree in technology, eventually leading to a successful career in tech sales. She attributes her success to embracing difficult experiences and valuing diversity, which has allowed her to stand out as an African American woman in a male-dominated field. Samuels emphasizes the importance of work-life balance, continuous learning, and data-driven leadership in driving growth and success in tech sales. She also highlights MongoDB's commitment to promoting from within, providing comprehensive onboarding and training programs for new hires, and fostering a culture that encourages innovation and collaboration.